Bigg Boss 18’s Ajanta-Ellora-Inspired Cave House

Inside picture of Bigg Boss 18 house: The house has a cave-like look, inspired by the art of Ajanta-Ellora, 107 cameras installed, first glimpse revealed

Television’s biggest reality show ‘Bigg Boss’ is returning with its 18th season. This time too Bollywood actor Salman Khan will host the show. Like last time, it will be shot in Mumbai’s Film City. It has been designed by art and Bollywood director Omung Kumar and his wife Vanita Omung Kumar. The set of the show has been designed according to the theme of ‘Time Ka Tandav’.

Theme of ‘Time Ka Tandav’: Past, Present and Future

This year’s theme revolves around past, present and future. We have chosen a special cave theme. When we thought about it, we wondered how many years we can go back. Can we go back thousands of years? The paintings on old walls inspire us. Through this cave theme, we wanted the contestants to go on an amazing journey where the echoes of history can be heard.

Combining cave art and culture

Keeping in mind the art of Ajanta and Ellora, we have thought of building a house that looks like a cave. The contestants should feel that they are a part of an important identity. When the contestants sit here, they will feel that this is a big identity of the whole place. While designing, we tried to make it so special that it looks amazing wherever the camera is placed. There should be a mark of art in every corner of the house, which will attract people.

Indian culture included

On the insistence of wife Vanita, we have added some Indian elements in this design. It was a good idea to include colorful patterns and traditional decorations of Indian culture and art. This will not only enhance the beauty of the house, but will also give the contestants a chance to connect with our culture.

Makers’ support in the creative process

When we talk about the theme, sometimes the makers themselves give us the design or idea. But we have a creative process in which we inspire ourselves. Our ideas and methods are very important. This time, the Indian theme came from the makers, but we told them how it could be presented as a ‘Cave Hotel’. We also thought about how to show it in the style of an Indian film, or whether it could be made like a palace. That’s when the idea of ​​’Cave’ came up.

107 cameras were used

While designing, we have to pay a lot of attention to the flow plan. We need to think how to break what, which space to increase and how to complete all the work. Many areas also need to be hidden for the cameras. This time 107 cameras have been used, which have been installed in different areas.

The house was constructed keeping the budget in mind.

In the construction of this house, we have used fiber and POP (plaster of Paris). Usually, we use wood, but in this project, we needed a material that is easy to mold and is not expensive. Therefore, we chose POP, which allowed us to make the construction bigger. Fiber is an expensive element and if we use it, the cost of the project will increase. Therefore, we used these materials wisely so that it becomes possible to complete the project. It took a total of 45 days to build this house. Our team consists of 100 to 200 people, who work hard day and night. We completed the entire work in 45 days. The construction process requires a large team for lighting, painting and other creative elements.

New twist to old concepts

This year, we have incorporated some old concepts in a new way. For example, we always have horse decorations. Last year’s horse, we painted it, gave it a 3D look and also turned it into stone. This has given it a new and different look. There is a personal item of Vanita made of terracotta, which we have decorated in a corner. I have made three paintings here, which everyone will be able to see. All these things make this house even more special.

Special design of Salman’s room

The design of Salman’s room is similar to the rest of the rooms, but some futuristic elements have also been added to it. There will be three different zones, which are connected to each other. However, we are not allowed to tell much about this right now.

Coordination with wife Vanitha

Coordination in the team is very important. Sometimes there are differences, but once there is an understanding, everything happens smoothly. We have to keep in mind whether the props make the other elements of the house look beautiful or not.